Holiday Cranberry Sauce

Holiday Cranberry Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    1.1K

A vibrant and aromatic cranberry sauce, infused with warm spices, perfect for complementing holiday feasts or adding a tangy-sweet touch to your favorite dishes. This recipe elevates the classic cranberry sauce with a nuanced flavor profile, making it a memorable addition to your table.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    29 g
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Sodium
    2 mg
  • Sugar
    26 g
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Prepare a spice sachet by enclosing the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and allspice berries in a small square of cheesecloth or a muslin bag. Secure tightly with kitchen twine. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, water, and the spice sachet. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to burst and soften, releasing their juices. (Cook time: approximately 10 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Once the cranberries have burst, stir in the sugar. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the sauce has thickened slightly. (Cook time: approximately 5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully remove the spice sachet, pressing gently to extract any remaining spiced liquid. Allow the cranberry sauce to cool to room temperature. (Cooling time: approximately 30 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Once cooled, cover the cranberry sauce tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. (Chilling time: 8 hours to overnight)

For a richer flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of orange zest along with the sugar.
If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can press the cooked cranberries through a fine-mesh sieve after removing the spice sachet.
The cranberry sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Experiment with different sweeteners like maple syrup or honey for a unique twist.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 379 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Bernadette Kautzer

    I made this cranberry sauce a day ahead of time and it was perfect. The flavors really had a chance to develop.

  • Fritz Collins

    This cranberry sauce was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The spice sachet made all the difference – the flavors were so well-balanced and not too overpowering.

  • Janet Howe

    I loved the tip about adding orange zest! It brightened up the flavor and made it even more festive.

  • Mitchel Halvorson

    This recipe is so much better than the canned cranberry sauce! It's easy to make and tastes amazing.

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